William Alexander quotes

The weaker sex, to piety more prone. (William Alexander)
O if thou knew'st how thou thyself dost harm, And dost prejudge thy bliss, and spoil my rest; Then thou would'st melt the ice out of thy breast And thy relenting heart would kindly warm. View quote
William Alexander
Earth teach me to forget myself as melted snow forgets its life. Earth teach me resignation as the leaves which die in the fall. Earth teach me courage as the tree which stands all alone. Earth teach me regeneration as the seed which rises in the spring. View quote
William Alexander
The deepest rivers make least din, The silent soule doth most abound in care. View quote
William Alexander
The white sail of his soul has rounded the promontory - death. View quote
William Alexander
Yet with great toil all that I can attain by long experience, and in learned schools, is for to know my knowledge is but vain, and those that think them wise, are greatest fools. View quote
William Alexander

William Alexander

Occupation: Scottish Painter
Born: 1570
Died: September 12, 1640
Quotes count: 6
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